Four members – three incumbents and one newcomer – took an oath of office at the Orange County School Board’s installation ceremony, including incumbent District 7…
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Lakeville Road at Piedmont Lakes Middle School is one of several locations throughout Orange County that received construction of a raised crosswalk.
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Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore awarded the North Orange Branch County Library the Business Curb Appeal of the Month Honor for November 2020. The…
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The football playoff scenarios probably worked out best for both Wekiva and Apopka this week. The rest on 4B.
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After an up-and-down 5-3 regular season, the Darters football team travels to Winter Park. Read on 1A.
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With COVID-19 affecting everyone’s lives, the Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball team is no different. Read more on 1B.
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Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week and you are enjoyin’ the cooler weather that came to town this week. I woke up Tuesday mornin’…
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About 60 people were in attendance Wednesday, November 11, at the annual Veterans Day gathering at the Apopka Community Center/VFW Building on Veterans Day. The guest…
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Members of the Beta Club at Wolf Lake Middle School recently dropped off “survival kits” at the Apopka fire and police departments to thank officers, staff,…
Cool weather can’t get here soon enoughThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, It looks like September is just around the corner. Hopefully, some cooler weather is in the forecast in our area. I know a lot of folks…
Apopka High teacher plans to participate in virus vaccine trialThe Apopka Chief
An Apopka High School teacher is one of 30,000 people nationwide who are participating in a COVID-19 vaccine study. See more on 1A.
NAPA Auto Parts implements new procedures to offer peace of mind in these uncertain timesThe Apopka Chief
As these uncertain times continue, we’re reminded that what keeps a country moving forward isn’t just parts and tools, it’s people. At NAPA Auto Parts their…
A sunset over one of Apopka’s lakesThe Apopka Chief
Bob Elmquist of Apopka took this sunset picture from his backyard after one of the recent afternoon thunderstorms. Elmquist is retired after working for many years…
Zellwood lady surprised by drive-by party to help her celebrate 93rd birthdayThe Apopka Chief
On Thursday, August 13, Pearl Mason was completely surprised by a fire truck. Look for more on 10A.
Most incumbents have successful campaigns for primary electionThe Apopka Chief
With some notable exceptions, most incumbents were returned to office Tuesday. Look for more on 1A.
City’s Community Redevelopment Agency votes move $$$ to projects for next fiscal yearThe Apopka Chief
The Community Redevelopment Agency Board unanimously approved extending the remaining fiscal year trust fund budget. Read more on 7A.
Apopka police take first step to form a unionThe Apopka Chief
Saying their concerns over pay raises have fallen on deaf ears, some of Apopka’s police officers have taken the first step to form a union. A…
Students, teachers face new reality in schoolThe Apopka Chief
Students will see a difference in their learning environment. Look for more on 1A.
Hit-and-miss describes how our fishin’ is goin’The Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great week and you had a chance to get on the water and do some fishin’. We are havin’ some hot…